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Mount Horeb High School

#8 in Best Public High Schools in Madison Area
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Mount Horeb, WI
  • 112 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Diversity
      C
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A-
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      C
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Mount Horeb High School is a highly rated, public school located in Mount Horeb, WI. It has 747 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 56% of students are at least proficient in math and 64% in reading.
    Address
    305 S 8th St
    Mount Horeb, WI 53572
    Telephone
    (608) 437-2400
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    64%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    56%
    Average Graduation Rate
    92%
    Average SAT
    1380
    7 responses
    Average ACT
    27
    123 responses
    AP Enrollment
    30%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $71,660
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $869
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $236,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.6 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.6 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 40 responses
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    • Musical
      23%
    • Homecoming week
      20%
    • Playing and attending sporting events
      15%
    • Concerts
      13%
    • Mens Soccer events
      10%
    • Drama club productions
      8%
    • Graduation
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    C
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    747
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    12%
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.13 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.13 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.13 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $62,872
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.6%
    47%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.15 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.15 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.15 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,828/ year
    National
    $12,239
    76%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.17 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.17 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.17 responses
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    Mount Horeb High School Reviews

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    Absolutely wonderful Art and Music programs! All of the teachers and staff are generally very kind and many go above and beyond to make you feel safe and welcome. It is typically very liberal but seeing as it is a rural town there are a few students who are very outspoken in their hate but there are multiple clubs and committees in place to help create safe spaces and battle hate as well as stigmas! If you want to go to an ivy league college this really isn't the place for you though, with an 4.0 grading scale the best they can get you is a decent out of state. You would never be able to achieve your Cornell dreams. The diversity is almost nonexistent and it's very odd being one of the few kids who isn't predominantly scandinavian or german.
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    Mount Horeb's small student population (around 500 students were in the entire high school when I attended) allows for close attention from teachers and a sense of familiarity. They have a ridiculous number of well-organized clubs. When I talk to graduates of other high schools, I find that Mount Horeb's art and music department is significantly more developed than most. People tell me how lucky I am to have taken unique and interesting courses like Ceramics and Sculpture in high school. The fundamentals I learned in these specialized classes gave me a leg up when I took the courses again for college credits.
    Mount Horeb High School is a pretty wonderful place to go to school. The activities and the academics are amazing-- specifically the music and art programs. However, the newer administration seems to have negatively affected the attitudes of some of the students and staff. And a lack of diversity within the area (primarily Caucasian students and staff) doesn't allow for incredibly unique learning environments. However, the positives far outweigh the negatives and any student would love attending this school. The academics, music program, and sports are truly top-notch.